We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

We visited Akarua Wines just outside Cromwell on Cairnmuir Road and we're glad that we did. The lady who led us through the tasting was very knowledgable and very pleasant. We came away with a bottle of their Siren 2013 Pinot Noir and a bottle...More

We were here on a wine tour and had a great experience. We especially enjoyed the commentary of the owner. He was friendly and knowledgeable. We were able to sample several wines, including an ice wine. Our favorites were the Pinot Gris and the Pinot...More

Akarua's cellar door hosts guests at customized barrels with built in storage for the wines to be sampled. This pairs you with a winery rep (ours was Sharon—very helpful and pleasant) who gives you undivided attention while you cycle through the offerings. Akarua's wine are...More

Thank JimdagOG

Deborah A, Director of Sales at Akarua Ltd, responded to this reviewResponded 20 June 2016

Great welcome and a very good cellar door manager who knew his wines! Very nice wines well worth seeking out.

Thank Foxylady2012

Deborah A, Director of Sales at Akarua Ltd, responded to this reviewResponded 20 June 2016

Dear FoxyLady2012,
Hope you are well.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback. Always good to hear how your experience was! Thank you for taking the time to post a review.
Hope you enjoyed your trip.
Regards,
Deborah Adams

We visited Akarua as two young wine professionals touring central otago, and we were astounded by the attitude and environment created by the gentleman staffing the cellar door on our recent visit.
When we arrived there was a lovely German couple tasting who obviously did...More

Dear John,
I am sincerely sorry that you and your companion did not receive our usual high standard of welcome and service when you visited our cellar door. We are extremely disappointed to hear of your experience as we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional...More

we had a very enjoyable tasting here. Bruce, the host was funny, knowledgeable and entertaining. The wine was superb - yes, we bought a case and joined their wine club so now we will get to enjoy Akarua wines for quite a while! Easy parking,...More

Thank Tracey011

Deborah A, Director of Sales at Akarua Ltd, responded to this reviewResponded 26 April 2016

Dear Tracey011,
Thank you so much for your kind review and absolutely delighted you have joined the Akarua Wine Club! We have numerous events over the course of the year exclusively for wine club members for all to enjoy! I look forward to meeting you...More

We popped in after seeing that these guys were the main sponsor of the Arrowtown Autumn Festival and were not disappointed.
Our host was fantastic and very knowledgeable on your wines and I think we must've stayed for about an hour or so...!
And we...More

Thank Verkd

Deborah A, Director of Sales at Akarua Ltd, responded to this reviewResponded 10 May 2016

Dear Verkd,
How very kind of you to write such a lovely review. Also brilliant that you heard of us through the Akarua Arrowtown Autumn Festival. We are thrilled to have been the main sponsor and also look forward to working with the festival in...More

This has been my favourite winery over the last 10 years and I always look forward to coming back.
They've added a lot to the range in the last 6 years - 3 types of sparkling, a reserve Pinot noir and a rose I didn't...More

Dropped in for a tasting while we were touring the area. Plenty of car parking and a well set up cellar door. Hostess was very friendly and informative regarding the characteristics of each wine as well as the history of the winery. Overall a lovely...More

Thank Jordee A

Deborah A, Director of Sales at Akarua Ltd, responded to this reviewResponded 3 February 2016

Dear Jordee A,
Thank you for submitting your review. It's always great to receive positive feedback and taking the time to write it. We hope you enjoyed the wine you purchased and had a great time!
All the best,
Deborah Adams
Marketing Coordinator

Previous

Next

123

Updating list...

Nearby

Nearby Restaurants

>

The Winery Restaurant at Mt Difficulty

424 reviews

1.42 miles away

>

Carrick Winery & Restaurant

248 reviews

.31 miles away

>

Armando's Kitchen

256 reviews

2.73 miles away

>

Bannockburn Hotel - Wine Country Restaurant and Bar

180 reviews

.98 miles away

Nearby Attractions

>

Mt Difficulty Wines Cellar Door

114 reviews

1.42 miles away

>

Highlands Motorsport Park

532 reviews

2.13 miles away

>

Alan Waters Art Gallery

19 reviews

1.11 miles away

>

Cromwell Heritage Precinct

187 reviews

2.75 miles away

Questions & Answers

Get quick answers from Akarua Ltd staff and past visitors.

Note: your question will be posted publicly on the Questions & Answers page.